Kai Tahi is becoming the go-to destination for amazing dining experiences, post-workout refuelling, indulgent treats, top-notch haircuts, and even a special spot for pampering your four-legged friend!
Located on the edge of Te Awarua-o-Porirua Harbour, Kai Tahi is a joy to visit, for whānau, friends, and your dog can come too! There is space for visitors to sit and relax – head upstairs for some choice spots to bask in the sunshine.
🍦 For gelato and dessert head to Zelati
🍜 For delectable Vietnamese meals head to Pho Sho
🍣 For authentic Japanese cuisine head to Tempura
🍛 For flavourful Indian dishes head to New Paradise
🍖 For tasty BBQ head to Wilson Barbecue
🥤 For protein smoothies and loaded teas head to Fuel'd Nutrition
🥯 For bagels, bites and beers head to Get Fixed Bicycle Cafe
🥘 For delicious Indonesian flavours head to Indo Plus Food Truck
💇 For a trendy haircut head to Trendy Barbers
🌺 For luxurious beauty products head to Girl Native
🐕 For treats and gifts for your pup head to 4 Paws Empire
🐔 For Korean fried chicken head to Chicken Man
🍱 For Chinese and Korean dishes head to Koko's Kitchen
Those familiar with Porirua will know the city is secretly a foodie’s paradise, and it wouldn’t be one without plenty of sweet treats. Here’s a selection to get those tastebuds tingling. Good luck choosing just one!
Local Authority 1/1 Walton Leigh Ave, Porirua City Centre
This pocket-sized coffee spot punches way above its weight, delivering a delectable array of both sweet and savoury options. Check out the doughnuts and bliss balls, then wash it all down with one of their fantastic smoothies.
The Cake Café Plimmerton 15B Steyne Avenue, Plimmerton
The Cake Café Plimmerton lives up to its name – with treats on offer to sate even the sweetest tooth. In addition to their gorgeous custom cakes made to order, cupcakes are a popular treat, dished out by mum-and-daughter team Cate and Natalie.
Café Kaizen 17 Parumoana Street, Porirua City Centre
Tucked away inside Pātaka, Cafe Kaizen is the perfect spot to wind down and reflect with a sweet treat after browsing the artworks throughout the space. Head to the cabinet, where a selection of treats await - the renowned rhubarb shortcake is a popular go-to.
The Regal Shortbread Co. 109 Discovery Drive, Whitby
Hidden away in Whitby, The Regal Shortbread Co. has quietly grown over the years into a household name around Porirua. Owner Anita is known for her decadent shortbread, along with other sugary goods such as ginger nut biscuits and South African milk tart.
Urban Bakehouse 25 Ulric St, Plimmerton
Located in an industrial corner of Plimmerton, Urban Bake House is a true local gem. Its selection of sweet goods, Danish pastries and legendary pies keep locals and visitors coming back again and again.
“There is no sincerer love than the love of food” – said Irish playwright George Bernard Shaw.
